Thursday, July 14, 2016

Morey’s Piers to hosts a weekend of tail-wagging events in September

Morey’s Piers amusements in Wildwood, N.J. will transform into
a doggie domain from Fri., Sept. 9 through Sun., Sept. 11.

Pet-lovers and their canine companions will find Fido-friendly
activities throughout the weekend, culminating in the return of the “Gone to
the Dogs” puppy pool party on closing day of Raging Waters
Water Park.

New this year, the Wild Half race series introduces the
first-ever Doggie Dash. Pooches will set the pace for the 5K and 1 mile races
taking place on Sat., Sept. 10. Both events kick-off at 9 a.m. at the 25’ tall
fire hydrant on Poplar Avenue.
Participants and their pups receive a complimentary event shirt, doggie
bandana, bark-tastic dog tag, discounted tickets to Morey’s Piers for the
weekend, and an after-party complete with music, food and pet-friendly
activities.

Prices start at $30 for humans and $5 for dogs. Proceeds from
the race will benefit Team Foster, a non-profit organization that pairs service
dogs with veterans suffering from combat-related disabilities.

Every $5 dog entry fee will go directly to Team Foster, and
Morey’s Piers will match it with an additional $5 donation per dog
registration.

In other events, dogs will be welcomed to tee off at the new
Starlux mini golf course. “Putts for Mutts” will take place Fri., Sept. 9
through Sun., Sept. 11 with $5 from each admission benefiting the Wildwood
Police K9 Unit. Each guest will receive a commemorative “Putts for Mutts” golf
ball and dogs will receive a souvenir gift. Starlux Mini Golf prices start at
$8 for nine holes, $12 for 18 holes and $16 for 27 holes for adults. Children
12 and under are $6 for nine holes, $10 for 18 holes and $14 for 27 holes.

The weekend will culminate with the annual puppy pool party on
Sunday, September 11 at Raging
Waters Water
Park from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.,
with event check-in to begin at 5 p.m. Celebrating the close of the water park
for the season, canines have free rein to paddle along the river adventure,
play in the fountain pool or fetch tennis balls in the activity pool. Water
bowls and free dog treats will be stationed throughout Raging Waters during the
event and each dog will receive a Morey’s Piers souvenir to take home. Owners
will find food and beverage menu options at the Wrecker’s Beach Grill for
purchase. Admission is $20 per dog and $10 per person, with proceeds benefiting the New Jersey SPCA and the Cape May County Animal Shelter.

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